2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,507 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
| Model | Impala | Fit |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3507 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 40 L |
